Carollo Engineers appoints Jennifer Steffens as digital water technical practice director
Strategic hire strengthens firm's capacity to deliver data-driven solutions for water infrastructure challenges WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Feb. 18, 2026 – Carollo Engineers today announced the appointment of Jennifer Steffens as digital water technical practice director. This strategic hire advances Carollo's capabilities in translating complex utility data into actionable intelligence for water, wastewater, and stormwater operations. These solutions help utilities reduce non-revenue water, improve t...
ACPA Celebrates Excellence at Pipe School 2026
Irving, TX – February 18, 2026 – The American Concrete Pipe Association (ACPA) hosted its annual Pipe School 2026 Awards Luncheon and Closing Ceremony, recognizing outstanding achievements in education and QCast certification, and innovations in both safety and quality. This year’s event brought together 548 participants from 43 states and numerous international regions, reflecting the strong and growing impact of the concrete pipe industry. “The American Concrete Pipe Association exists to prom...
MBH Architects Announces Promotion of Joe Irwin and Hillary Thompson to Principal
Joe Irwin and Hillary Thompson Leadership appointments strengthen innovation, design technology, and brand strategy across the firm MBH Architects, an award-winning architecture and design firm, has announced the promotion of Joe Irwin and Hillary Thompson to Principal, recognizing their leadership, technical expertise, and lasting contributions to the firm’s growth, innovation, and design excellence. Ryan McNulty, President and Principal said: “Joe and Hillary exemplify the curiosity, rigor, an...
DIGroup Architecture’s Kelli Glasgow Inducted as 2026 President of AIA Newark & Suburban Chapter
Agenda Focuses on Profession’s Visibility, Education & Community Leadership New Brunswick, NJ / Philadelphia, PA / Queens, NY — DIGroup Architecture (DIG) Associate Principal Kelli Glasgow has been named 2026 President of the AIA Newark & Suburban Architects (AIANS), representing more than 600 members and the largest local AIA segment in New Jersey. In addition to AIA-NJ, AIANS is a chapter of the American Institute of Architects. As president, Glasgow will champion a platform centered on positi...
STV’s Kim Vierheilig Appointed to USDOT’s Beautifying Transportation Infrastructure Council
NEW YORK, NY – STV today announced that Kim Vierheilig, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, president of the firm’s national buildings group, has been appointed to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Beautifying Transportation Infrastructure Council (BTIC). The council advises on strategies that elevate the design quality, character and user experience of transportation infrastructure nationwide. In this role, Vierheilig will draw on her experience leading complex civic, transportation and institut...
Kryton International Announces Key Management Move for North American Concrete Market
John Andersen, a 35-year concrete industry veteran, leads innovative materials manufacturer into new era that will focus on durability and environmental sustainability VANCOUVER, BC – In a move designed to bring smarter, more durable concrete to structures across North America, Kryton International is proud to announce that its longtime sales executive, John Andersen, has been promoted to Vice President of Sales. With more than 35 years of success in the concrete industry, Andersen has built a r...
John Mroczka Named Southeast Regional Sales Manager at Tsurumi America
Tsurumi Pump is thrilled to welcome John Mroczka as the new Southeast Regional Sales Manager. With years of sales experience at a municipal pump manufacturer, Mroczka brings a strong foundation in customer relations and technical pump expertise. Working for a local pump manufacturer’s representative gave Mroczka the opportunity to build relationships with engineers, contractors and municipalities, making Tsurumi an optimal fit in his career. “I found great satisfaction in strategically solving c...
HKS Strengthens Health Practice In Denver And The Mountain West With Strategic Hire of Scott Nelson
DENVER, CO – February 12, 2026 – HKS, a global design firm, has announced the appointment of Scott Nelson as Principal and Health Studio Practice Leader for the Mountain West region. With nearly four decades of experience dedicated to the planning, design, and construction of health facilities, Nelson will help guide HKS’s mission to deliver innovative, patient-focused design solutions across Colorado and the Mountain West Region. Nelson joins HKS from Advocate Aurora Health (AAH), where he spen...
ACA President and CEO Mike Ireland Announces Retirement
Launch of Industry’s Roadmap to Carbon Neutrality; Association’s Rebranding Accomplished During His Tenure (February 10, 2026) Washington, D.C. — Mike Ireland, who has served as president and CEO of the American Cement Association (ACA) for the past eight years, has announced his retirement. A search committee has been established to identify a candidate who will assume the organization’s leadership role. “It has been an absolute honor to work with the many wonderful people in this industry, whi...
STV Names Tim O’Brien to Vice President, One Water Leader in Texas and Oklahoma
DALLAS, TX – STV today announced that Tim O’Brien, PE, ENV-SP, has joined the firm as vice president and One Water regional market leader. Based in Dallas, O’Brien will lead STV’s One Water strategy, which aims to deliver integrated solutions that address the full water cycle, from water and wastewater supply and treatment to reuse and resilience. “Tim brings hands-on experience designing liquids and solids processes for complex wastewater facilities and leading projects at major surface water t...